Bike Club Donates 800 Balance Bikes to The Bikeability Trust – Helping More Kids Learn to Ride!

At Bike Club, we believe that every child should have the chance to experience the joy and freedom of cycling. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce that we’ve donated 800 Strider balance bikes to The Bikeability Trust, helping thousands of children across the UK develop essential cycling skills.

These bikes will go to children taking part in the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme, a fantastic initiative that ensures children from lower-income families can enjoy enriching activities—including Bikeability training—during school holidays. This donation will make sure that even more kids get the opportunity to start their cycling journey, building confidence and coordination on two wheels.

 

Why Balance Bikes Matter

Balance bikes are an amazing way to introduce young children to cycling. Unlike traditional bikes with stabilisers, these bikes focus on developing balance and coordination first, making the transition to pedal bikes much smoother. For many of the children in the HAF programme, this will be their very first time riding a bike—an experience that can open doors to independence, outdoor fun, and a lifelong love of cycling.

Supporting Cycling for All

We’re incredibly proud to partner with The Bikeability Trust on this initiative. Their work in teaching children vital cycling skills aligns perfectly with our mission of making cycling more accessible and sustainable for families.

A huge thank you also goes to BikeRight!, the cycle training provider that has stepped up to store and distribute the bikes to training providers nationwide. Their support is key to making sure these bikes reach the children who need them most.

 

A Brighter, More Active Future

This donation isn’t just about bikes—it’s about giving children the freedom to ride, explore, and grow. Cycling helps kids stay active, boosts confidence, and teaches valuable road safety skills. By supporting the HAF programme, we’re helping create a future where every child, regardless of background, can enjoy the benefits of riding a bike.

We can’t wait to see these bikes in action, helping young riders take their first steps—or rather, first glides—towards a lifetime of cycling adventures! 🚴‍♂️💙

Want to learn more about how Bike Club makes cycling accessible for kids? Join us today and be part of the movement towards a greener, healthier future!